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title: "UKRI-3965 (Oct24) Supply & Installation of an X-ray diffraction (XRD) system"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04a3c6"
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published: "2024-11-19"
---

# UKRI-3965 (Oct24) Supply & Installation of an X-ray diffraction (XRD) system

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04a3c6

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## Summary

The contracting authority, UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), has completed the procurement process for the supply and installation of an X-ray diffraction (XRD) system. This contract, identified as UKRI-3965 (Oct24), falls under the industry category of "Instruments for checking physical characteristics" (CPV code 38400000) and the main procurement category is goods. The procurement took place in Nottingham (UKF14), and was conducted via an open procedure. The contract was awarded on 18th November 2024 to Bruker UK Limited, a large supplier based in Coventry (UKG33), with the contract valued at GBP 264,014.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and installation of scientific instruments, particularly SMEs. Although the contract has been awarded, similar future opportunities can be anticipated through UKRI, which frequently requires sophisticated equipment for research purposes. Companies specialising in providing high-precision instruments and comprehensive installation services would be well-suited to compete in such tenders. Businesses looking to expand into the research sector will find partnerships with organisations like UKRI strategically beneficial, offering prospects for long-term growth and collaboration.

## Notice

Supply & Installation of an X-ray diffraction (XRD) system_Oct24

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply & Installation of an X-ray diffraction (XRD) system (Oct24)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037375-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £265,000 |
| Lots value | £265,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £264,014 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | KEYWORTH |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG12 5GG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF16 South Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Rushcliffe |
| Electoral ward | Keyworth & Wolds |
| Westminster constituency | Rushcliffe |
| Delivery location | TLF14 Nottingham |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUKER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2024 at 14:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037375-2024
- 27 Sep 2024 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031043-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=903880035
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3UN84D2ZF7
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Keyworth:-Instruments-for-checking-physical-characteristics./3UN84D2ZF7

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